Project Engineer

Pavarini McGovern

Kenwood (CA)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Paid time off

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

A construction company in California is seeking a Project Engineer to assist the Project Manager and Superintendent throughout project phases. Responsibilities include managing processes like submittals and RFIs, supporting planning and budgeting tasks, and serving as a contact for subcontractors. Candidates should possess a relevant 4-year degree and have 2 years of project engineering experience. Competitive benefits package included.

Qualifications

Must be able to pass a drug test.
2 years' project engineering experience.
Motivated for a long term career in construction.

Responsibilities

Manage the submittal process.
Manage the RFI process.
Manage the change order proposal process.
Provide research and backup support for PM and Supt.
Complete budget revisions in Viewpoint.
Maintain safety in line with company values.
Support planning, scheduling, and coordinating projects.
Act as main point of contact for subcontractors.
Act as Project Manager when PM is unavailable.
May act as Project Manager when necessary.

Skills

Strong negotiation skills

Leadership skills

Understanding of accounting

Financial statements knowledge

Job cost understanding

Cash flow management

Education

4 year degree in a construction related major

Tools

Viewpoint software

Job description

Job Description

The Project Engineer (PE) shall support the Project Manager (PM), and Superintendent (Supt) as required for them to meet their goals through all phases of a project.

Primary Duties

Responsible for managing the submittal process
Responsible for managing the RFI process
Responsible for managing the change order proposal process
Provide research, backup support, legwork, data entry etc. as requested by the PM and Supt
Complete budget revisions and modifications in Viewpoint as required throughout the job
Assist to maintain a high level of safety in alignment with Abbott's core values
Ability to combine knowledge of engineering methods, construction methods and human management skills
Provide support for planning, scheduling and coordinating projects to meet deadlines
Offer support to the estimating department by soliciting subcontractors for projects as well as managing and distributing plans
Be the main point of contact for subcontractors as requested by the Project Manager
If needed, act as a Project Manager when a Project Manager is unavailable

Required Skills

Strong negotiation and leadership skills
Understands accounting, financial statements, job cost, and cash flow

Required Qualifications

Must be able to pass a drug test
4 year degree in a construction related major
Motivated for a long term career in construction
2 years' project engineering experience

Benefits

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, Life & AD&D Insurance, Long-term Disability Insurance, Short-term Disability Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Home & Auto Insurance, Family Support, Pre-tax Paid Parking/Public Transportation, Paid time off: 2 Weeks for Non-Exempt and Three Weeks for Exempt, Time Away Benefits, 8 Paid Holidays, Group Legal, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Identity Theft Protection, Group Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program.

Disclaimer

The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

EEO Statement

Layton Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

About Us

Layton Construction is a privately held national general contractor, delivering predictable outcomes in commercial construction since 1953. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, Layton operates from 16 strategic offices across the United States, employing more than 1,500 construction professionals who serve diverse markets including healthcare, education, commercial office, industrial, hospitality, and multi‑unit residential.

Founded on the core values of honesty, unity, safety, and quality, Layton has built a reputation for excellence in complex project delivery while maintaining strong partnerships with clients, architects, and trade partners nationwide.

The STO Building Group family of companies—Structure Tone, Structure Tone Southwest, Pavarini Construction Co., Pavarini McGovern, LF Driscoll, Govan Brown, Ajax Building Company, BCCI Construction, Layton Construction, Abbott Construction, and RC Andersen—includes over 4,000 employees located in offices throughout the US, Canada, UK, and Ireland. We provide a complete range of construction services, from site selection analysis, design constructability review and aesthetic enhancements to interior fit‑outs, new building construction, and building infrastructure upgrades and modernization. Learn more about how we partner with our clients to imagine, execute, and realize their vision at stobuildinggroup.com.

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